Characteristics of Life Vocab (1-14)

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Homeostasis

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The maintenance of constant internal state in a changing environment. Internal Balance.

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Heredity

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The passing of physical or behavioral characteristics from parent to offspring.

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Complex

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Consisting of many different and connected parts.

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Metabolism

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The chemical process used to convert/change food into energy to support life.

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Cell

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The smallest unit that can perform all life processes.

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Organism

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Any living thing.

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Response

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An action or change in behavior as a result of another action.

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Stimulus

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A change in an organism’s surroundings that cause a reaction or response. Temperature, light, sound, etc.

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Unicellular

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An organism composed of only 1 cell.

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Multicellular

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An organism composed of more than one cell.